# 5 Of The Strangest Places Automakers Have Stored A Spare Tire

> One of the most important factors when it comes to automotive design is how you use the space. Every car takes up a specific footprint, and everything must fit inside it — powertrain, running gear, interior, cargo…

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2109616/strangest-places-automakers-stored-spare-tires/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69a3e05ec789fb4a45fd70ff)
- **Published:** 2026-03-01
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #space #spare #tire #automakers #interior #places #stored #strangest
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